Car parts and drivetrain components for Toyota Aygo.
The most common sign is a clicking or knocking noise that occurs when turning sharply at low speeds. If the noise disappears when driving straight ahead, it is usually the outer CV joint that needs replacing.
Yes, if you catch a split in the boot early before dirt has entered and damaged the joint itself, you can easily replace just the CV boot and repack it with fresh grease.
No, there can be differences depending on model year and whether the car has a manual or automatic gearbox. Always select your make, model and engine to find the correct version.
Vibrations under load are often caused by wear in the inner CV joint or an imbalance in the drive shaft itself. This should be inspected promptly to prevent damage to the gearbox.
A Toyota Aygo has a total of four CV joints: two inner joints at the gearbox and two outer joints at the wheels.
You will need the correct size socket for the hub nut and tools to separate the ball joint, but the Toyota Aygo is generally a straightforward car to work on mechanically.